The Facts:
Owners passed four safety proposals Tuesday morning. Starting this fall, the NFL is going to outlaw the "wedge" on kickoffs, stop the bunching of players on onside kicks, protect blockers from a helmet-to-helmet hit from the blindside and save receivers from forearm or shoulder hits to the head when they appear to be defenseless.
Reported by ESPN.com
Fantasy Football Diehards Line:
Apparently, the NFL is serious about putting safety first at this year's owners meeting. ... Owners passed four safety proposals Tuesday morning, a full day before they normally pass any rules involving action on the field. In past meetings, owners usually wait until Wednesdays to debate and vote on rule changes involving the game. The Competition Committee makes its annual report to owners on Monday, giving supporters or opponents an extra day to lobby for votes. When it came to safety this year, there was apparently no debate. Those looking for detailed descriptions should hit the link above.
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